Architect Offres d'emploi - Quebec city qc

Profile :

We are a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm’s employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Technology :

Technology works as a strategic partner with our Company’s business units and the world’s leading technology companies to redefine how we do business in ever more global, complex, and dynamic financial markets. Our Company’s sizeable investment in technology results in quantitative systems, cutting-edge modelling and simulation software, comprehensive risk and security systems, and robust client-relationship capabilities, plus the worldwide infrastructure that forms the backbone of these systems and tools. Our insights, our applications and infrastructure give a competitive edge to clients’ businesses and to our own. CDRR Architecture Governance team is responsible for providing architecture guidance, governance around all aspects of technology solutions and decisions, and creation and implementation of architecture strategies across the division.

Position Description :

We are seeking an accomplished Enterprise Architect or a Solutions Architect with a broader organization-wide architecture guidance-setting mindset, to lead the development and execution of enterprise-wide technology strategies, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering innovation. This role goes beyond solution design, requiring a visionary thinker capable of influencing organizational strategy while also driving actionable execution. The ideal candidate combines strong strategic acumen with hands-on technical expertise, a collaborative approach, and the ability to inspire innovation across teams.

Key Responsibilities :

• Develop & Drive Technology Strategy :

Lead the ideation, design, and implementation of enterprise architecture strategies. Establish and maintain enterprise architecture principles, governance, patterns and standards to guide IT initiatives.

Continuously evaluate trends, tools, and methodologies, recommending disruptive technologies that can transform business models.

Balance high-level enterprise architecture with actionable, practical solution designs to deliver value at all levels. Ensure seamless integration of applications, data, and processes across business functions, delivering holistic solutions.

Work across departments to break down silos and drive alignment between business needs and technical capabilities.

Define and enforce architecture governance processes, ensuring consistency and adherence to organizational standards. Anticipate and address potential risks related to resiliency, scalability, security, and technical debt in architectural decisions.

Skills Required :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field.

At least 5-6 years of hands-on experience on Java / J2EE or Python, with the ability to dive into the technical weeds and build prototypes or POCs as needed.

4+ years of experience in technology leadership, with at least 3 years in enterprise architecture roles.

Deep understanding of enterprise systems, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern architectural patterns (microservices, event-driven architecture).

Strong background in data architecture, including integration, analytics, and governance frameworks.

Strong Object-Oriented Programming and Design Pattern concepts with practical experience of leveraging the same during development.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Candidate should be able to design and then implement solutions.

Experience in ideating and scaling innovation programs and fostering alignment between IT and business teams.

Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities to influence and inspire across organizational boundaries.

Skill Desired :

Certifications such as TOGAF, SAFe Architect, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or similar.

Experience with frameworks like ITIL, COBIT, or Lean Portfolio Management.

Implementation level knowledge of Artificial Intelligence and Generative Artificial Intelligence.

Strong Database skills including relational and semi-structured databases.

DevOps experience covering CI / CD pipeline management, usage of containers for application deployment, observability tools.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.

TOP 3 Must Have :

1. Strong experience as solution architect or enterprise architect.

2. The candidate must be a former hands-on developer with at least 5 years experience with programming.

3. Strong knowledge on cloud solutions (Azure is a plus).

TOP 3 Nice to Have :

1. Experience in implementing, scaling solution and maintaining the solution.

2. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

3. Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities to influence and inspire across organizational boundaries.

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